Survey...and win $50 iTunes card!

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ately I've received questions from people asking the type of people who read my blog. And since I'm way educated, I answer smartly with: I dunno. This got me thinking...who are you? What do you want to read more of? Things like that.

If you could take just one minute and answer this survey (only five questions), I hope it'll help direct the trajectory of this blog and help me understand more of who my audience is. If you opt to add your email, it will only be used for the contest purposes. One lucky winner will receive a $50 iTunes gift certificate!

Thank you SO much for your time...I totally appreciate it! And in other news, I'm working on a Los Angeles engagement session, so here's a sneak peek of what's in store...

Gosh - I wish 'all of the above' was available on the survey, I love your work and enjoy all your posts:))) 08.23.10 - 7:21pm

Kristi - So I selected Personal for the type of blogs that I prefer...but i also love love love the engagement/wedding photos and stories about Polo and JD...I love it all...Im not a photographer...at all, ever, I dont even remember the last time I turned my camera on but I can't get enough of yours. AND, I even read the Q's and A's even though half the time I have no clue what they are asking or what you are replying :-) Keep doing your thing!! 08.23.10 - 2:06pm

Elsie - I adore you. You've been an inspiration since I opened my business last November. I read your blog nearly daily and you encourage me to improve and keep growing. I feel like your blog has changed my life. Thank you for everything you do. You are changing lives and don't even know it. 08.23.10 - 10:46am

Amy Paulson - Okay...since it wouldn't let me choose more than one category - I just wanted to let you know I love all of the blog categories. I love the variety. And the holistic aspect. So...there. And you rock. 08.22.10 - 7:39pm

Janeen - Like one of the other comments said, you do get high-school students who are aspiring to be photogs. Personally, I read your blog because you have amazing photography, Polo is too cute, and in search of photographic advice. Keep it up! 08.22.10 - 5:52pm

Naomi - I took the survey because i check your blog all the time, but 2 of the questions i couldn't answer: how long have i had my occupation (student) and what age range are you in (i'm 14)... just an fyi, you have teens (lol aspiring photographers) checking out your stuff too :)
love ya, naomi 08.22.10 - 3:31pm

Anne - Just wanted to say that I also love the personal posts and the FAQ/International ones too. I just had to pick one, so I chose the Wedding/Engagement one, because I love your pictures and those posts generally contain the most. :) Awesome blog and some of the most inspirational photos I've found on the Web :) Thank you!!! 08.22.10 - 10:52am

John Wearing - I chose wedding/engagement because I'm an old romantic and really enjoy the way you describe the sessions. I would have also chosen personal if possible because I am fascinated by your personality and charisma which shines through, and your references to JD and Polo. 08.22.10 - 9:21am

Kathy - Hey Jasmine, I would have picked more than one category for the fave posts too. I enjoy them all :) 08.22.10 - 8:53am

Kathy - Hey Jasmine, I would have picked more than one category for the fave posts too. I enjoy them all :) 08.22.10 - 8:53am

Michal Fanta - Interesting idea with the survey, but do not forget to exclude the people who are just doing it for the 50$ on iTunes from your conclusions about your readership. 08.22.10 - 6:24am

Girish - I did enter :)
But I think it would be good only if we had multiple options for the question 'what posts do you like to see' 08.22.10 - 3:51am

Jak Lee - I'm actually 16, but just put 18-25 cause it was the youngest possible age range. Hopefully that's okay. I love your work by the way. 08.21.10 - 8:24pm

danielle - I am not in the photography business (nor any business), so I didn't want to mess up your survey results. I'm just a hobby photographer taking pictures of my baby (9 months now) and have been admiring your talent for almost three years on your blog. Love what you do and you do it well! 08.21.10 - 6:59pm

Lilly - Man, if I tried to wear that dress I'd look all kinds of wrong. I am seriously jealous and that's only one photo. Would also have chosen many options for the favourite post. Will be glad to hear that I'm not the only non-photographer who reads your blog every day. 08.21.10 - 6:17pm

arnie isa - i wouldn't love you less if i didn't win... you're just phenomenal as is! looooove ALL your posts, am not in the industry... and i read you coz your words and photos are like a ray of sunshine on a heavily cloudy day :) 08.21.10 - 3:18pm

Eileen - Although I love looking at your photos, and reading the FAQ and of course, Polo I love to see the personal side. It shows how real you are and gives hope to others that if a regular ole California girl can become one of the top photographers in the country.. any of us can.
BTW... Love that dress she has on! 08.21.10 - 12:52pm

Stacy - Glad you are doing the survey! I'm sure you'll be surprised of the vast variety of people that are reading your blog. 08.21.10 - 10:01am

Jenni L - I would have picked more for favorite posts too-wedding/engagement, FAQs, and personal. I really enjoy your blog. 08.21.10 - 9:38am

Evie Perez - Thanks Jasmine!! What a great idea:) Can't wait to see the rest of these pictures. Congrats on the new webpage!! Have a great weekend :) 08.21.10 - 6:45am

Christina Lee - It was such a hard choice to pick which post I enjoy---I really enjoy ALL of them!
I love seeing your beautiful photography work and learning more FAQs and from the incredible knowledge you share. I can't believe I started doing photography around the same time as you and I'm NO WHERE near the talents you have! It almost makes me wish I would have had the guts to dive in head first like you! 08.20.10 - 11:24pm

Brooke - :( I wanted to click on more than one favorite type of post. Where was the 'All of it' button? The mix you have now is PERFECT! (Yes, I know I'm yelling.) 08.20.10 - 10:55pm

Rudi - Same to me! Tried to mark all types of posts and finally clicked on 'FAQ' but I wouldn't miss your inspiring pictures for the world! 08.20.10 - 10:52pm

Ronee Wells - I also wish there was an "All of the above" button for the question about favorite type of posts. You are an amazing writer and I love all your posts. I especially love your pictures of weddings and engagements, and your posts about you and JD. (that sounds creepy, but I hope you know what I mean) :) 08.20.10 - 10:42pm

Mary Anne - Amen to the "How in the world do I choose which 'type of post' I like best. I love your photos and writing style. End of story. 08.20.10 - 10:37pm

Denise Saucedo - I totally tried to pick multiple answers on the "What type of posts do you like". I think you should add "all of the above" because frankly. I LOVE them all!!!!!!! I was stuck between personal and weddings. Personal because you are just darn hilarious. And weddings because you are so inspirational. Ohhh but the FAQ's can I get a what what!!! and Polo well he is just too cute for words. Can you add JD to the mix--- HOLLA! You rock girlie girl! 08.20.10 - 9:40pm

Lateisha - Wow, question #6 on this survey forced me to choose between what I WANT to see (more engagements and wedding pics) and what I NEED to see (more FAQ posts)....that was hard. Oh, and I'm lovin' the teaser photo. =) If only I could find a beautiful graffiti wall like that here in the Napa Valley! 08.20.10 - 9:36pm

DavidP - Agreed, all of the above, and Greetings from Arizona. I like the mix of personal and professional posts, to me that's what keeps it interesting and alive. We all have struggles and desires, what keeps me coming back is you express the thoughts that many have so well. I like reading and applying, hoping to take better photos of my beautiful wife, wonderful kids, and pleasureful days. 08.20.10 - 9:13pm

LEOLAK - I wish there was a "All of the Above" option for #6. I went with FAQ, but I love ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you post honestly! Fierce photo...looks like that's going to be another ROCKING post too! Keep on Rocking it! 08.20.10 - 8:56pm

Jo-Anne Kyle - I changed the check mark under type of blog post I prefer five times and finally had to leave it beside just one. But I love the mix of personal, business, wedding, FAQ and Polo. Of course Polo, who I still think needs his own category :) 08.20.10 - 8:35pm

Bobbie Brown - Okay, I admit it was hard to choose just one 'type of post' I was interested in...and I tried to click on two! :) Either way, I love all of your posts... Keep up the GREAT work! 08.20.10 - 8:29pm

Jane - I, too, would love to have been able to select more than one for the “type of post” question. I selected the “FAQ” option, although I enjoy, learn from and identify with just about everything you post. With that said, I do have a question—at what aperture did you take the photograph above and what lens did you use? Thanks for all of the inspiration! 08.20.10 - 8:22pm

Christy Tyler - I too would have chose "all of the above" (if it had been an option) - personal because it gives us a nice snapshot of your daily life & where you've come from, FAQ because I love tips & new info, and of course your shoots because your pics rock! Keep it up! :) 08.20.10 - 7:30pm

SadieMae - because i had to pick one i put FAQ, but i like the weddings/engagements too. love your pics! very creative and beautiful 08.20.10 - 7:26pm

Meghan - Greetings from Hot & Humid Illinois! I just wanted to say I check your post almost every single day. And, if I miss a day...I quickly "scroll down" and catch up! The question on what types of posts I prefer?? You missed an option...the option labeled ALL! I picked Personal, but really just closed my eyes and clicked! I enjoy ALL of your posts the same!! I just felt I should let you know!! You're awesome..keep on writing/snapping/loving/being you! And, smooches to Polo!! 08.20.10 - 7:14pm

shani barel-desser - because I HAD to pick one, I piked FAQ, but I read ALL OF IT...!!!!! 08.20.10 - 6:31pm

Lydia - Yep, you needed an "All of the above" option for the types of posts question! 08.20.10 - 6:29pm

Francine - I voted for "personal posts" , but it's only because your wit and faith inspire me so! I adore your work and never want to stop seeing it in posts, as well!!! 08.20.10 - 6:23pm

sherry boles - I'm going to add my agreement to the "all of the above" answer on the type of posts that I like most. Your personality shines through no matter what subject it is and that makes every post more interesting. 08.20.10 - 6:13pm

Rachel Clarke - I'm just 15 but glean everything I can from your posts. I hope you didn't mind me filling out the survey, but I would truly love to learn EVERYTHING from you, especially because I'm shooting my second wedding in October and would love to be more prepared. Thanks Jasmine!! 08.20.10 - 5:47pm

ErikaM - I wish I could have chosen "all of the above" on #6. :) I love reading your blog for daily inspiration. 08.20.10 - 5:45pm

Tracey - I too couldn't decide...wedding, personal or more Polo. I love your blog it is very engaging. I love the personal stuff and your stories with the wedding and of course more Polo please. 08.20.10 - 5:19pm

Cindy Habel Photography - Jasmine * I love reading your blog....to be inspired by your photography, to learn all I can through the FAQ, and just because I am interested in your writing! I would've also ticked 'all of the above' if I could. Keep up the fabulous work!
08.20.10 - 5:02pm

maureen - I would have liked to pick personal, weddings, and FAQ. but i picked personal because i could only choose one. :) really i just love all the posts! 08.20.10 - 5:01pm

cassandra-m - The survey was HARD to choose my favorite type of post :( Polo or personal or weddings...I would like to choose all 3...ha.ha. (PS....Love the pic. great dress & heels!) 08.20.10 - 4:13pm

Heather Corporan - I agree on the All of the above thingy. . .I love informational posts, personal stuff I <3 (cause you're just REAL!), weddings/eng, and POLO!! And I couldn't put time in business, since I'm thinking childrearing is not a business. Although some others might disagree with me ; ) 08.20.10 - 4:00pm

Pamela Topping - The post preference was tough to decide on. It was between Personal and Polo. Polo won - I just can't resist him! 08.20.10 - 3:49pm

Lynsey Gordon - yes I agree an "all the above" option would have been great! 08.20.10 - 3:20pm

Allie Reid - I answered almost all the questions but I couldn't answer the age one because I'm only 14! And I am a photographer but I haven't been in business for a year yet... But I LOVE all your posts! :) 08.20.10 - 3:14pm

charlene - That looks lile Cindy? Is it her? 08.20.10 - 3:02pm

Sonal - Hi Jasmine!
I've been stalking you for a while now. Though I selected weddings/engagements for the kind of posts I prefer, I adore your personal posts equally.
Your website allows me to vent out my daily share of 'awwwws', either for your pictures, or Polo, or JD and you. :)
I'm going to be studying Visual Culture now, so learning about light/lenses helps too!
Keep going! 08.20.10 - 3:01pm

Harmony Loves - i think i would've checked all categories if i could. i love them all. very nice image!!! 08.20.10 - 2:32pm

Jan - I filled out your survey, although I didn't answer one of the questions. I'm not in the "business." And I, as many of your readers, love all of your posts. I read your blog because I just adore you, your personality and I think your work is beautiful and stunning. It gives me inspiration. Thanks so much! 08.20.10 - 2:21pm

Erin - I agree with all the others - "Select All"!
SO, I just spent some time re-reading EVERY FAQ on the site. Yes, I can officially hear you say "holla!" in my head! I have 2 questions I haven't seen before and would LOVVVVE your opinion on:
1) What are the important things to discuss with your clients on your meeting before the wedding? (besides contract) - like, how many in the bridal party, who can help me gather your fam for formals, etc.
2) How do you plan out your time during the wedding day? I saw one post on it, but it wasn't ennnough info for me! (aren't I demanding? :) Like, you visit with the girls after shooting details in their room, then go to the guys room, then come back for bride dressing? Shoot kiddos individually before the ceremony? Or with formals after? When, oh when, Ms. Star, do you do each thang?
Thank youuuuuu!!!
You are like my Photo-God-Parent. Really. 08.20.10 - 2:13pm

Judy - Thanks! :) 08.20.10 - 2:06pm

Maureen - I completed your survey, but left #6 blank, I enjoy the variety of your blog, all of the things you post are of interest to me. 08.20.10 - 1:47pm

Courtney - I started reading your blog for wedding inspiration a couple years ago. I continue to read it because a) you're adorable, b) you're a great writer (my industry), c) I'm fascinated by business models, and d) your photography holds AWESOME design inspiration, not just for weddings. I guess in that sense, I read it because I like your clients/subjects too! 08.20.10 - 1:43pm

Mindy Metivier - Yes, I must agree with others...I wanted a button to pick "all of the above" for your blog posts!!! I adore them all and that's why checking your blog is a must in my daily routine!!! :) Love the LA engagement image...it ROCKS!!! 08.20.10 - 1:35pm

Ariel - For real! That was a hard question lol Which blog post?! At least let us pick two! ;) 08.20.10 - 1:26pm

Rachel E - I love ALL your posts!! But I guess I chose Weddings/Engagements because they have the MOST pretty pictures to oogle at :) 08.20.10 - 1:20pm

Ariana - I wish there was an "all of the above" button for the choice of favorite post...Love them all. 08.20.10 - 1:20pm

Bryce - I NEED THAT DRESS! OMG Amazing!!! 08.20.10 - 1:06pm

Domestic Executive - Thanks for asking I like about your blog - although you asked for one preference the mix of posts is what keeps me coming back. People who just post photographs of weddings lose my interest since the connection with the blogger is lost. It's you I admire as much as your photography. Congratulations on all you've achieved and for giving back to others in such a powerful way. 08.20.10 - 1:04pm

The Guy in the Background - Hey that guy's shoes are awesome! I want those shoes!! 08.20.10 - 1:00pm

Sam - I wish there was an option for 0 years in the business... I'm just a fan, not in the wedding business at all =] 08.20.10 - 12:58pm

Stephanie Stewart - Will I fill out your survey? Of course! The only question I had a hard time answering was which type of content I'd like to see...so I had to choose one! I tried to choose them all! I love your blog, from personal to technical to all things Polo. Keep up the awesomeness. :)
p.s. Can't wait to see more from this LA engagement! 08.20.10 - 12:52pm

Diane - www.sagephoto.com - That's not an engagement session, it's a fashion shoot for some high end dress shoppe! Nice work 08.20.10 - 12:47pm

Andrea - What a great idea to have a survey! But for me...I read your blog for 3 reason, not one. I am a potential client and an inspiring photographer, thus I LOVE looking at your wedding/engagement photos, I love all the FAQ/information regarding photography, and your personal blog is just fun to read :) 08.20.10 - 11:57am

Leslie - I just wanted to let you know I had a VERY hard time choosing the type of posts I love to read the most! I selected engagement/wedding but I would have LOVED to select them all! Your blogging is PERFECT and I anticipate each post you do! Keep it up, Jasmine! You are loved and SO, SO, SO inspiring to people you've never even met!!! :D 08.20.10 - 11:57am

Life with Kaishon - Shut the truck up! Those are some fierce shoes : ) Fabulous! 08.20.10 - 11:55am

Jennifer Lynn - Jasmine, your new site is AMAZING! Thanks for setting the bar so high for the rest of us! You are an inspiration! 08.20.10 - 11:53am

Audrey - I agree with Heather. I love how you have a variety of posts - basically, I wanted to select all, just so ya know! 08.20.10 - 11:51am

Danielle - Love your new website. So proud of ALL that you have accomplished. You never cease to amaze me. BTW, in the survey you need an all of the above option for what posts we prefer. I LOVE everything you post about. Too hard to choose. So thankful for all the photography info but it wouldn't be the same without your personal & especially Polo posts. Thanks for being YOU! Miss you girl. 08.20.10 - 11:45am

Ariana W. - Yeah that "Which Blog post do you prefer" was a bit unfair. I like them ALL! :) 08.20.10 - 11:42am

Sarah Knight - I took your survey but had to add that I really do enjoy all of your blog posts. I love that you add such a personal touch to your business. It makes you so real and I genuinely believe that's what makes people love you so much. I got to meet you at skip's summer school and you were so sweet so thanks for giving me some of your time! (I'm the girl who's wedding ring was destroyed in the garbage desposal.) 08.20.10 - 11:32am

kenneth Anderson - I like all of your posts. But we had to just pick one of them. 08.20.10 - 11:24am

Samantha - Aww, Jasmine, it's way too difficult to pick just one choice for favorite posts! I agree with another comment that having the variety is fantastic! Keep doing what you're doing! :) 08.20.10 - 11:23am

Rachel Shomsky - I agree, HOT! Love this for so many reasons, the shoes, the dress! mostly the model-esque quality of this capture, gorgeous as always!
We were only allowed one answer, and I love the wedding/engagement posts, but I alos love the FAQs/Informational posts. :) Keep up the awesome work! 08.20.10 - 11:21am

Megs - I'm so happy to be able to click an age group that ranged from mid 20's to 30's! Ke ke ke. 08.20.10 - 11:20am

Jordan - Wish I could have picked more than one favorite type of post...I so love all your posts, especially the FAQs, personal, and the weddings/engagements! 08.20.10 - 11:17am

emily scott - although i chose that i like FAQ/Info posts best, the truth is i like how you post about everything. i love the variety that your experiences have brought. thanks for doing what you do, j. and i want that gold dress, can i opt to win that instead?!? 08.20.10 - 11:16am

Edward Hess - I love your work Jasmine...
Maybe one day i will be as good..
08.20.10 - 11:15am

Nicholas Gonzalez - I think you bring a fine balance of work-related posts, personal thoughts and insights, frustrations and revelations. The best experience I've had in viewing your blog, is seeing how the business hasn't taken what is most sweet and beautiful about you. Business, (hell, LIFE!) good or bad, can change someone, for better or worse. The best of you has not left you from your first blog post to now. I am happy about that the most. 08.20.10 - 11:08am

Laura - I also wanted to enter more options for blogposts ... selecting just one feels like I'm cheating the others - I love them all!! 08.20.10 - 11:07am

Romonia Isaac - Those heels are fierce and she is rocking that mini!!! Love it!!!! Okay, sorry but you should have had an "all" option under which type of blog posts do you prefer! I like all your posts, seriously!!! Having to pick one was tortuous!! ;-)~ I hope that you are having a wonderful Friday! I can't wait to see more images from this engagement session!!! Bride-to-be: loving the entire ensemble and your legs are gorgeous! 08.20.10 - 11:03am

Nicole Glenn - I really needed an all of the above button! Oh, and her dress is diviiiiine! 08.20.10 - 10:56am

Catie Ronquillo - Looking forward to this post! She looks fabulous, with the dress, the shoes, and her fab legs, this is sure to be amazing!!! And I would have checked off all the choices for types of posts. I read your blog every.single.day. It's like my day is incomplete without a dose of J*! 08.20.10 - 10:52am

MelissaFoscardo - It was really hard to choose only 1 thing I'd like to see on your blog! I really enjoy the mix. Also, absolutely love the new website. It's so YOU! 08.20.10 - 10:51am

Rachel Perry - I like almost all of your posts, so I didn't know what to pick for which kind I liked! 08.20.10 - 10:51am

Kim - GORGEOUS photos!!! As far as what type of post do we like to see, ALL!!! (but that wasn't a choice ) 08.20.10 - 10:50am

Julian Reyes - Jasmine, you know how to pick the locations . The graffitti wall is an amazing backdrop to this wonderful couple. 08.20.10 - 10:49am

Lee Harrison - As I couldn't choose more than one option for favorite posts, I went with the FAQ option but I love the personal posts and wedding / engagement ones too. Just keep doing what you do :) 08.20.10 - 10:46am

gladys jem - that dress...her shoes! OH EM GEE! post this asap please!!! where'd she get that dress? Its sparkly and gold and totally fab! also this is random but i saw a tagged photo of you on fb and i believe that this was the e-session you were shooting...but this couple has a friend who is friends with my friend Sarah Hamilton. Did you catch that? HAHAH small world for J* and her brides :) also...i couldnt decide if i am single or married since Im not married yet. but im not single. ah! ok sorry this comment is on crack! 08.20.10 - 10:44am

Tira J - I wanted to select more options for the blog posts, but that's cool. I love ALL of them! Holy Smokes Batman! I cannot wait to see this engagement session. I am in love already! Enjoy the midwest! 08.20.10 - 10:34am

Liz Kausteklis - Can't wait to see the rest of this engagement session! LOVE her dress...and SHOES...hot!! 08.20.10 - 10:33am

Heather - My answer on my favorite type of blog post is not truly accurate (but I could only pick one) I love the variety truly and love that you include personal posts with everything else. 08.20.10 - 10:33am

jennifer Buehrer - ohhhh... excited about the LA photos... I love that dress... however. If I was to where that dress in Michigan, I would not be treated normal.... must. wear. jeans. and t-shirt. 08.20.10 - 10:33am

Kare - I wish we could have more than once choice for favourite posts - wedding/engagement, FAQs, and personal posts are my favourites! Oh heck, who am I kidding - I love all your posts! :-) 08.20.10 - 10:33am